Ellen Kraft's Escape and Legacy

The video narrates the story of Ellen Kraft, born into slavery, who executed a daring escape with her husband William Kraft. Disguised as a white slave owner, Ellen's ingenuity helped them reach freedom. They settled in Boston but fled to England due to the Fugitive Slave Act. After two decades, they returned to the US and published a book about their journey.

What is highlighted as a significant loss in the introduction?

• The loss of freedom

• The loss of education

• The loss of family

• The loss of wealth

What was Ellen Kraft's racial background?

• Asian and European

• Native American and European

• African-American and European

• African-American and Native American

How did Ellen Kraft disguise herself during the escape?

• As a Native American chief

• As a European traveler

• As a wealthy white man with rheumatism

• As a poor white woman

What was William Kraft's role during their escape?

• He posed as a wealthy merchant

• He posed as a doctor

• He posed as Ellen's slave

• He posed as a ship captain

What strategy did Ellen use to avoid conversations during their escape?

• Pretending to be mute

• Using a fake accent

• Feigning deafness

• Claiming to be a foreigner

What prompted Ellen and William Kraft to flee Boston?

• The threat of slave catchers

• A natural disaster

• Family obligations

• A new job opportunity

Where did the Krafts settle after leaving the United States?

• Canada

• Australia

• England

• France

What was the title of the book published by Ellen and William Kraft?

• Journey to Freedom

• The Great Escape

• Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom

• Freedom's Path

How long did the Krafts reside in England?

• Three decades

• Two decades

• Four decades

• One decade

What is the legacy of Ellen and William Kraft?

• They were known for their wealth

• They were celebrated for their bravery

• They were famous musicians

• They were political leaders